Fiat Hymer MOT Failures
An analysis of 7,272 real DVSA MOT tests on the Fiat Hymer — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Fiat Hymer fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Fiat Hymer is wheel bearings worn — this model is 53 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it a major concern for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 7,272 MOT tests, 10.93% of all Fiat Hymer tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include exhaust system damage (9.8x the fleet average), power steering fault (76x the fleet average), structural corrosion (23x the fleet average), and brake hoses perished or damaged (17x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Fiat Hymer's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 5 categories: Suspension, Bodywork, Steering, Brakes, Lights & Electrics. If you're inspecting a Fiat Hymer before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The Fiat Hymer's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
Under 60,000 miles
At this mileage, most failures are either design-related or caused by age rather than wear. Components like bushes and drop links may not have been replaced yet, and original-fit parts can deteriorate even on low-mileage cars that spend a lot of time sitting.
For the Fiat Hymer specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are power steering fault (64x the average) and wheel bearings worn (46x). structural corrosion (23x) and brake hoses perished or damaged (17x) also appear frequently.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Fiat Hymer specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a m... (143x the average) and power steering fault (55x). wheel bearings worn (35x) and stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case o... (11x) also appear frequently.
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the Fiat Hymer specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are coil springs broken (39x the average) and wheel bearings worn (27x). vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... (8.7x) and structural corrosion (6.9x) also appear frequently.
The shift from power steering fault at lower mileages to coil springs broken at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a Fiat Hymer
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Fiat Hymer:
Suspension — check for wheel bearings worn. Bodywork — check for exhaust system damage, structural corrosion, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t.... Steering — check for power steering fault.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Fiat Hymer MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Fiat Hymer?
Based on 7,272 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is wheel bearings worn — at 53x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include exhaust system damage and power steering fault.
Is the Fiat Hymer reliable based on MOT data?
The Fiat Hymer has 12 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is wheel bearings worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the Fiat Hymer most commonly fails on coil springs broken and wheel bearings worn. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are power steering fault and wheel bearings worn.
How do I check a Fiat Hymer's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.